THE NAME
What is VELA?
VELA — pronounced VEE-luh
SAY VELA
VEE-luh
Simple to say. Meaningful by design.
One Mile Ahead. Closer to the moments that matter.
ETYMOLOGY
From the Latin — sails.
VELA
LATIN · PLURAL OF VELUM · SAILS
VELA takes its name from the Latin word for sails and the constellation of the same name.
For us, it represents movement with purpose: bringing people closer to the places and moments that matter.
THE V SAIL
THE STARS
Vela — the constellation of the sails
Vela is a constellation in the southern sky, named for the sails of a ship.
Its sense of direction and movement helps guide the way we think about every journey.
OUR MEANING
Why VELA Airways
Our sail symbol expresses that belief in motion: movement with purpose, shaped around what matters to people.
VELA is being built around thoughtful travel, clear direction and a warm welcome.
Family. Opportunity. Discovery. The moments that matter.
One word. One promise.
Moving forward with purpose. Bringing you closer to what matters.